Panasonic TS3 vs Ricoh WG-4

Here is a complete overview of the Panasonic TS3 versus Ricoh WG-4, both Waterproof cameras by brands Panasonic and Ricoh. There is a large difference among the sensor resolutions of the TS3 (12MP) and WG-4 (16MP) but both cameras have the same sensor sizing (1/2.3").

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The TS3 was brought out 3 years before the WG-4 and that is a fairly serious difference as far as camera tech is concerned. Each of these cameras have the same body design (Compact).

Before delving straight to a more detailed comparison, here is a short summation of how the TS3 grades vs the WG-4 in relation to portability, imaging, features and an overall rating.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Panasonic Lumix DMC-TS3 & Ricoh WG-4. The entire galleries are provided at Panasonic TS3 Gallery & Ricoh WG-4 Gallery.

When you are planning to carry your camera often, you'll have to factor in its weight and size. The Panasonic TS3 has got exterior measurements of 103mm x 64mm x 27mm (4.1" x 2.5" x 1.1") along with a weight of 197 grams (0.43 lbs) and the Ricoh WG-4 has specifications of 124mm x 64mm x 33mm (4.9" x 2.5" x 1.3") having a weight of 230 grams (0.51 lbs).

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Take into account, the weight of an ILC will change depending on the lens you have during that time. Underneath is a front view dimensions comparison of the TS3 against the WG-4.

Taking into account size and weight, the portability rating of the TS3 and WG-4 is 92 and 90 respectively.

Generally, its tough to visualize the contrast in sensor sizing only by researching a spec sheet. The visual below should give you a stronger sense of the sensor measurements in the TS3 and WG-4.

As you can see, each of the cameras have the same sensor dimensions but different megapixels. You can expect to see the Ricoh WG-4 to provide you with more detail having its extra 4 Megapixels. Greater resolution will make it easier to crop pics a bit more aggressively. The older TS3 will be behind with regard to sensor technology.